Here Is Our Praise

Freda Battle (Artist), Freda Battle and the Temple Worshippers (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 27, 2006)
• Original Release Date: 2006
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Comin Atcha Dist Grp
• ASIN: B000FP2ZRQ
• Also Available in: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #179,365 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist

Battle is well known throughout the industry as a songwriter and worship leader after 25 years in gospel music. Throughout most of her career, she has been actively involved with the National Convention of Gospel Choirs. A relationship that continues, as Here Is Our Praise’s title track was recently selected for recording by the Gospel Music Workshop of America's Mass Choir. However, if you have grown accustomed to the ‘Freda’ sound, get ready to be reintroduced, for Here is Our Praise will not be what you’re used to. Of course there is the same great songwriting from this modern psalmist; in fact, ten of the songs were penned by her. The difference is definitely in the production as Israel has added an accessibility and international flavor that will allow Here is Our Praise to cross racial, age and denominational barriers. Freda gives you all the elements of a full and total worship experience through songs that allow you entrance into His presence. This collaboration delivers worship and encouragement songs that are sermons in song and songs of joy. ‘Worshippers and Warriors’ is a standout ‘entering in’ song with its easy bass nova style latin groove. ‘For All You’ve Done For Me’ is one of those classic celebratory praise songs that is sure to find it’s way into many Sunday morning worship lists, as would the pure worship of ‘Hallelu’. The CD’s current radio single,’ Here is Our Praise’ and ‘Over and Over Again’, praising God for who He is and thanking Him for the totality of His love. ‘I know the Plans’ and ‘Hear Oh Ye People’ sing the message of encouragement directly into your spirit. ‘Right at Home/ I Love’ is an urban flavored love ballad to the Lord that we can all embrace. Then, there are the choice cuts of pure exuberant joy, including the noteworthy renditions of Don Moen’s ‘Sing for Joy’ and Joel Houston’s ‘Everyday’. Five stars! Two thumbs up! Whatever the highest rating is, Here is Our Praise is right up there, truly Battle and Houghton at their best. Freda has always been driven to take her ministry to higher and higher levels and is delighted with the results achieved from Here is Our Praise and the prospect of reaching a much wider audience. "What I love about Israel is his sensitivity to my songwriting; taking my songs and adding his anointed hit making sound so that you know its Israel, but also maintaining the sound and integrity of Freda Battle & the Temple Worshippers." She believes that it is important that the body of Christ be a part of praise and worship, encouraging and reminding ourselves about who God is. It’s the message most adequately conveyed in Here is Our Praise.

Product Description

Stellar production and songwriting join forces in Here Is Our Praise, the sophomore release from Freda Battle & the Temple Worshippers. Freda transitioned from a regional artist to a national artist with her debut release, Serious Praise, in 2002. She is now preparing to go global with her collaboration with internationally recognized artist & producer, Israel Houghton, on her latest offering. Houghton infuses Freda’s signature worship songs with a sound that elevates Here Is Our Praise to ‘another level’, exuberant and unrestrained gospel music that will move you beyond your own experience in praise. Featuring thirteen tracks that are poised to redefine the worship experience, Here Is Our Praise is already one of the most highly anticipated releases of 2006.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT PROJECT, June 29, 2006

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Holla Walla "Holla Walla" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Here Is Our Praise (Audio CD)

After 25+ years in Gospel Music & ministry, i truly see the growth spiritually, and musically in Freda Battle. I've been familar with Freda's music for quite awhile now. Dating back to Family & Bay State days! Even though this is Freda's sophomore project on the national scence, she's recorded over 10 projects in her career!! This being the third (3) coming from the Temple Worshippers. Dating back to 1998 when she founded the Temple Worshippers, a collection of singers from the Boston area!

This project, is her best effort yet, collaborating with mega producer Israel Houghton!! A very radio friendly, contemporary cross-over project!! Which will be loved by those not familar with her. For those whose been familar with Freda for sometime might be hesitant at first or this project might take awhile to grow on due to not really capturing the 'Freda Sound'! I truly believe this project is going to put her on the map as one of the pre-eminent female worship leaders in America alongside (i.e. Judith McAllister, Martha Munizzi, CeCe Winans, Junita Bynum)

Another hit for Freda was the guest appearances by Israel Hougton on 'I Know The Plans' alongside April Thompson, who has tremendously grown vocally! Not to mention her sister Deborah Thompson on 'Great Is Our God'! Gospel luminary Parkes Stewart did a wonderful job on 'Right At Home/I Love'. It was nice to hear Boston native Clarence Powell on 'And Praise' a favorite of Freda and on 'God Has Ascended'. Another remake on 'For All You've Done' took me a minute to get used too with clashing vocals between Freda and Kerry Strong! It would've been nice to hear more from Kojo Littles who had a short cameo guest appearance towards the end of the song!

The only thing i really miss from this project is the lead vocals of soprano Shirley White! As well as group newcomer tenor Jason Hardy, whose has yet to show the world what he's capable of!

WONDERFUL PROJECT! GREAT SONGS! EXPECT GREAT THINGS FROM THIS GROUP!!!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Stellar Project, June 28, 2006

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AKingdomchild (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Here Is Our Praise (Audio CD)

What do you get when you combine stellar writing with stellar production? A Stellar project that is anointed with the gifts of Freda Battle and Israel Houghton! This project gives the very best of praise and worship and ministers to the heart and soul. Songs will find their way to your worship services, along with song after song that will usher you into reflections of just how good God is. Most times there are only a limited number of great songs on a CD, but this project hits it with high marks on all cuts. Favorites are: Here is our Praise and Right at Home, a groove you'll listen to over and over. Highly Recommended!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars LIVE & IN LIVING COLOR, September 18, 2006

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P. V. Thomas "GOD'S CHOSEN" (NEW YORK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Here Is Our Praise (Audio CD)

I HAD THE GREAT PLEASURE OF HEARING THE GROUP PERFORM LIVE AT MY CHURCH IN MAMARONECK, NY & I WAS VERY IMPRESSED. NOT ONLY IS IT CLEAR THAT THEY LOVE THE LORD- THEY CAN SANG(NOT SING). I WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMEND THIS CD, BUT EVEN MORE IF YOU CAN GET TO ONE OF THEIR CONCERTS OR PERFORMANCES- DON'T DENY YOURSELF- GO AND ENJOY THE PRESENCE OF THE LORD AND HIS ANNOINTED VESSELS.